Triathlons in Carlisle

Designed to appeal to both the experienced or novice endurance athlete the race is based in Keswick, with a superb transition area at The Theatre by the Lake. The swim takes place in the crystal clear waters of Derwentwater, generally regarded on the Lake Districts most scenic lakes. Both bike route make their way to the west coast of Cumbria where competitors get to experience a side of the lakes often unvisited by tourists, with mountains on one side and the sea on the other. During the run stage athletes will have the opportunity running through superb countryside with views to the likes of Skiddaw as well as a spectator friendly section through Keswick town centre.

Based at Park Foot Camping and Caravan site, Pooley Bridge, this race features a swim in Ullswater, an undulating bike leg, via Askham and Lowther, before a final flat run around Pooley Bridge. This race has been designed very much with the athlete in mind, with a sociable Saturday afternoon start!

This race is somewhat different to the normal run of the mill triathlon and will require a little more thought and preparation than many races. This is particularly relevant if you are not used to the narrow and twisty nature of Lakeland roads and are not used to running in the environmentally very sensitive fells of this area. PLEASE TAKE TIME TO STUDY THESE NOTES even if you are a very experienced triathlete. The pre-race briefing will be brief and will only cover important safety issues and changes.

Based at Park Foot Camping and Caravan site, Pooley Bridge, this race features a swim in Ullswater, an undulating bike leg, via Askham and Lowther, before a final flat run around Pooley Bridge. This race has been designed very much with the athlete in mind, with a sociable Saturday afternoon start!

Swim Buttermere Lake, cycle up the challenging gradients of Whinlatter and Honister passes, run the trails around the beautiful shores of Crummock Water. This triathlon is possibly the most scenic in Britain, set amidst the stunning backdrop of the Lake District mountains in the iconic location of Buttermere.